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LIFE IN SERVICE OF BUSINESS? OR BUSINESS IN SERVICE OF LIFE? The recording is now live for our Living Between Worlds conversation last week, where we explored the question of "What might it be like if we did business, and everything else, as though we actually belonged to the living world?"  Take a look, let me know what the conversation provoked in you (and where you’d like us to take these monthly conversations for possibility in the future).  And please join us Wednesday, April 17th for our next Living Between Worlds, and a conversation with special guest Bill Reed. A co-founder of the LEED green building rating system, Bill is a principal in two firms, the Re-source Group and Regenesis, and an eloquent, effective, and busy pioneer of Regenerative Development—an integrative, whole and living system design process. (Registration link in the comments below.)

LIFE IN SERVICE OF BUSINESS? OR BUSINESS IN SERVICE OF LIFE? The recording is now live for our Living Between Worlds conversation last week, where we explored the question of "What might it be like if we did business, and everything else, as though we actually belonged to the living world?"  Take a look, let me know what the conversation provoked in you (and where you’d like us to take these monthly conversations for possibility in the future).  And please join us Wednesday, April 17th for our next Living Between Worlds, and a conversation with special guest Bill Reed. A co-founder of the LEED green building rating system, Bill is a principal in two firms, the Re-source Group and Regenesis, and an eloquent, effective, and busy pioneer of Regenerative Development—an integrative, whole and living system design process. (Registration link in the comments below.)

🚨 ASHRAE's Bold Step for a Sustainable Future! 🌍🏠 ASHRAE has just released the latest edition of ASHRAE/IES Standard 90.2, setting new benchmarks for Residential Energy Performance. This update is a game-changer, focusing on greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction and improving Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) to ensure healthier, more sustainable living spaces. 🟢 What's New? 📏 Expanded Scope – Now applies to multifamily residential buildings of any height. 🔧 Retrofit Enhancements – New standards to improve energy efficiency in renovations. 💡 Tailored Requirements – Customized guidelines for different spaces, including lighting controls and thermal envelopes. 🌿 Stricter Energy Efficiency Limits – Introducing lower Energy Rating Index (ERI) thresholds and a new CO2e Rating Index (CRI). 🏠 Improved Air Leakage Standards – Strengthened measures for better building efficiency. According to ASHRAE President M. Dennis Knight: “This edition is a critical shift towards prioritizing energy performance and occupant health. It's not just about reducing emissions, it's about creating a healthier environment for everyone." Let’s lead the way in sustainable residential building practices! 🌱🏗 👉 Ready to dive in? Learn more and purchase the standard here: ashrae.org/bookstore #MyASHRAE #Sustainability #EnergyEfficiency #GreenBuilding #ASHRAENordic #GHGReduction #IEQ #NetZero #ClimateAction ASHRAE

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Green buildings not only mitigate environmental impact but also offer long-term economic benefits and contribute to the well-being of society as a whole. Embracing sustainability in the built environment is not merely a choice but a necessity for fostering a greener, healthier, and more resilient future. Blog on ‘Embracing Sustainability through Green Building Design Strategies’ has highlighted some important points in this regards. Complete Blog at https://lnkd.in/fmMgXuF #Urbanization #GreenBuilding #energyefficiency #waterconservation #wastereduction #smartcities #GreenInfrastructure #EnvironmentalSustainability #SocialProgress #Environment #Sustainability #ClimateChange #Collaboration #ESG #REPL

edie issue a report in their Destination 2030 series focusing on the built environment, with a closing contribution from our Dan Smith https://lnkd.in/e2EZrBER

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Emerging Trends in Green Building Costs: A South African Perspective Exciting insights are emerging from the long-term study on Green Building Cost Premiums, conducted by Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA), the ASAQS - The Association of South African Quantity Surveyors, and the University of Pretoria . This research highlights significant trends shaping the green building landscape in South Africa. As sustainability becomes increasingly critical, understanding the financial implications and business case of green building practices is more important than ever. The latest edition of GBCSA's +Impact magazine, reveals key findings from this study that could impact the future of construction and real estate in the country! Thank you to Dr Danie Hoffman for this valuable contribution. https://lnkd.in/dV75dZkZ #GreenBuildings #ConstructionTrends #GreenEconomy #SustainableConstruction

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Check out my new publication "Worldbuilding: How to make an Engaging World" on Medium. In this publication, you will learn about hard worldbuilding and soft worldbuilding.